Document Destruction

With increased security concerns and laws governing disposal, it is critical to make sure your sensitive documents are destroyed properly.  Every company has documents that can no longer be simply “tossed in the trash” or recycled.

Friedland specializes in document destruction and provides you with the confidence of knowing your information will never be accessible again.  Our bonded staff ensures that your materials are handled with the highest security, to provide the peace-of-mind you deserve.

Talk to Friedland - we can answer the questions you have about document destruction:

ý      Why Friedland is the right choice for your document destruction?

ý      How does document destruction work?

ý      Who needs document destruction services?

ý      What documents should be destroyed?

ý      How does legislation affect your company?

ý      Frequently Asked Questions?

WHY Friedland is the Right Choice for Your Document Destruction?

þ    Security.  Because it’s your concern, it’s our priority.  We provide your office with locked containers that we transport in a secure truck and take to our shredding facility, complete with surveillance system. þ    Economical.  With our service, there is no need to sort paper, remove staples and paper clips, or feed documents into a shredder, so it costs you less by eliminating unproductive employee time.

þ    Convenience.  Locked containers are placed in your office and clearly labeled for our weekly pick-up and delivery.  Your documents are destroyed in our facility, on our time.  Additional pick-up is available with a phone call. þ    Confidence.  You will receive a Certificate of Destruction after every container we pick-up and shred, which provides proof – in your hands – that your documents have been destroyed professionally.

Our advanced shredding technology complies with all current document destruction laws

HOW Does Document Destruction Work?

WHO Needs Document Destruction Services?

Every company – large or small – needs to ensure that their sensitive materials are destroyed.  Below is a list of industries/businesses potentially vulnerable to document mishandling:

WHAT Documents Should be Destroyed?

While every business is aware of documents that contain sensitive information, below is a list of some of the items we recommend for certified destruction:

How Does Legislation Affect Your Company?

In recent years, there have been several major laws passed governing the proper disposal of sensitive documents.  Your company must know and comply with these laws to avoid penalty.  Here are four regulations that may affect you:

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need sensitive documents destroyed?

You can not afford to let your sensitive documents be thrown away and possibly end up in the wrong hands.  It happens every day and it costs companies millions of dollars in civil damages, government fines, and lost revenue.  Taking advantage of our service gives you the security to focus on more important matters.

Are there legal regulations that require documents be shredded?

Yes.  HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act are just two of the prominent laws that require proper handling of sensitive material, including all health and financial records. 

How can I be certain that my documents are actually destroyed?

Friedland gives you a Certificate of Destruction for every locked container that leaves your office.  We guarantee that your documents are destroyed by our trained and bonded personnel and we provide proof.

I have an office shredder, why do I need document destruction services?

Most office shredders may not be equipped to handle the type or volume of documents necessary for shredding.  If you add up the cost of a shredder, office labor and disposal expenses, it often costs more for you to do it yourself.  With our services, there is no need to remove staples and paper clips prior to shredding.  In addition, we provide certification – something you don’t get from your office shredder.

What happens to my documents after they are destroyed?

All shredded paper is recycled.  You will be glad to know that you are taking the right steps to protect your business while helping the environment.

What should I do with documents that don’t need to be shredded?

It may not be necessary to destroy materials that aren’t considered sensitive.  Since shredding may cost more than recycling (due to greater security precautions with shredding), contact Friedland for both your recycling and document destruction needs.  We will develop a program that is convenient and cost effective for you.